Quick Info
| Profession | IPS Officer |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 03/07/1975 |
| Age | 51 years |
| Birthplace | Bilgaon Chaudhari village, Morena, Madhya Pradesh, India |
| Hometown | Morena, Madhya Pradesh |
Latest News about Manoj Kumar Sharma
16/05/2026
Manoj Kumar Sharma was appointed as the Joint Commissioner of Police (Law & Order) in Mumbai Police on May 16, 2026, following a major Inspector General rank reshuffle in the Maharashtra Police. This appointment marks his return to a key law and order role in Mumbai after serving as Inspector General (IG) of Maharashtra Police.
03/03/2025
Manoj Kumar Sharma was posted at Pay Level 14 as a Special Inspector General of Police (Law & Order) in Maharashtra, effective March 3, 2025, confirming his senior IG rank status within the state police hierarchy.
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Bio/Wiki
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| Famous For | Inspiring the character portrayed by Vikrant Massey in the critically-acclaimed film 12th Fail. |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 175 cm / 1.75 m / 5' 9" |
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| Weight | 65 kg / 143 lbs |
| Eye Color | Dark Brown |
| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| Graduation | Maharani Laxmi Bai Government College of Excellence |
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| MA in History | 1 |
| PhD in Journalism in New Delhi | 1 |
| Note | He did his PhD while preparing for UPSC CSE |
Personal Life
| Religion | Hinduism |
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| School | He did his schooling in Morena |
| College/University | Maharani Laxmi Bai Government College of Excellence, Gwalior |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Affairs/Girlfriends | Shraddha Joshi Sharma (IRS officer) |
| Note | He proposed Shraddha when he was studying for UPSC exams. According to sources, Manoj was initially reluctant to ask her to date her as he failed in 12th; however, after mustering courage, he proposed her. He reportedly told Shraddha that if she accepted his proposal, he would work very hard to turn their worlds around. She stood by his side despite her family's objections. |
| Marriage Date | 05/12/2005 |
| Spouse | Shraddha Joshi Sharma (IRS officer) |
Family
| Father | Ramveer Sharma (retired MP government Agriculture Department employee) |
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| Siblings | He has a brother and a sister. |
| Spouse | Shraddha Joshi Sharma (IRS officer) |
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Career
| Civil Service |
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| Career Highlights |
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| UPSC Attempts | Cleared on fourth attempt |
Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/drmanoj_kumarsharma.ips/ |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Manoj Kumar Sharma is an IPS officer from the 2005 batch of the Maharashtra cadre and gained attention with the release of the film "12th Fail" in October 2023. | |
| 2. He was born into a lower-middle-class Hindu family in Madhya Pradesh and spent nights on the street due to poverty. | |
| 3. Struggling academically, Manoj got a third division in grades 9, 10, and 11, once cheating to pass. | |
| 4. Failing his class 12 exam, seeing strict vigilance on cheating inspired him to aim for civil services exams. | |
| 5. Manoj started college in Gwalior, driving a tempo and preparing for PCS exams alongside studies. | |
| 6. He faced challenges with limited English proficiency during the UPSC exams but eventually cleared on his fourth attempt. | |
| 7. Joining the SVPNPA in Hyderabad, he trained to become an IPS officer. | |
| 8. Manoj faced hurdles convincing his in-laws for marriage and tackled various roles in Maharashtra as a cop. | |
| 9. He played a crucial role in maintaining law and order, handling protests and operations against Naxals. | |
| 10. Manoj showed leadership during crisis situations in Kolhapur and served in the CISF before becoming ACP Mumbai. | |
| 11. A biography about him was authored by Anurag Pathak, highlighting his journey to becoming an IPS officer. | |
| 12. Inspired by historical figures, Manoj found strength in reading biographies and preparing for exams. | |
| 13. The film "12th Fail" was released, portraying Manoj's struggles and achievements through actor Vikrant Massey. | |
| 14. From a young age, he worked on farmland, enjoyed reading, and worked odd jobs to support his family. | |
| 15. Manoj's perseverance, passion for learning, and personal life insights make his journey inspiring. | |
| 16. Gardening and cooking bring joy to Manoj outside of his professional life. | |
| 17. He received the Medal for Meritorious Service and was promoted to Inspector General in 2024. | |
| 18. Struggling academically, Manoj got a third division in grades 9 and 10, and failed all subjects except Hindi in grade 12. |